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Red-bellied Woodpecker
Melanerpes carolinus
33.0557, -96.9918
Field Notes
Description:
A sleek, round-headed woodpecker, about the same size as a Hairy Woodpecker but without the blocky outlines. Often appears pale overall, even the boldly black-and-white striped back, with flashing red cap and nape. Look for white patches near the wingtips as this bird flies.
Habitat:
In an old tree on a field trip to the water reclamation plant.
Notes:
Their strikingly barred backs and gleaming red caps make them an unforgettable sight – just resist the temptation to call them Red-headed Woodpeckers.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 15, 2013
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